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I amsterdam City Card, transport pass or single tickets?

The I amsterdam City Card is not the only way to explore Amsterdam. For some trips single tickets or a plain transport pass are cheaper. Here is when each option comes out ahead.

OptionA good fit ifA poor fit ifPrice
I amsterdam City CardMany admissions in a short time, plus rides by bus, tram or metro.Few admissions, long breaks, days without plans.from €67.00
Transport passYou ride a lot but only visit a few paid attractions.Many museums and monuments that would be free with the card.price being checked
Single ticketsTwo or three fixed stops, lots of walking.A full programme over several days.depends on your selection
Prices as of 23 Sep 2026, no guarantee

The rule of thumb

The card wins when your admissions plus rides add up to more than its price. If they add up to less, single tickets are cheaper, no matter how many attractions the card includes. What counts is what you actually visit.

We are checking the price of the transport pass right now. Once it is confirmed, a sample calculation for all three options will appear here.

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The I amsterdam City Card calculator compares the card with single tickets for your selection and also shows when you pay more with the card.

Prices can change. Admission and card prices change, sometimes at short notice. We check admission prices at the official source and card prices with the ticket provider you book through. We show the date for every price and check all prices again once a month. The price shown to you at checkout is always the one that applies. If you spot an outdated price, let us know at info@citycardcheck.com.

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